The Huntsman — Season 1
Honest hunts. Wild food. Real stories.
About this season
Join Chris Waters and a cast of expert guests as they embark on an adrenaline-fueled journey across the diverse landscapes of Australia. From the rugged peaks of the Northern Tablelands to the misty gullies of the Victorian High Country, Season 1 establishes the "field-to-fork" mission of The Huntsman. Facing everything from elusive Sambar deer to mountain goats and waterfowl, the team showcases the skill, patience, and ethics required to harvest organic meat in the wild. This debut season celebrates the start of a journey into the heart of the Aussie wilderness, where every hunt is a lesson in conservation and every meal is a reward for the grind.
Episodes (10)
1. Shoot the kid!?!
10.0Aired 31 January 2023
Chris stalks meat goats in the Northern Tablelands of NSW to fill the freezer. The mission becomes a test of precision and ethics when a successful harvest leaves him in a dicey tactical situation.
2. Shhh! Sneaky goat ambush
10.0Aired 23 February 2023
Chris and Jordi scale rugged peaks for rutting billy goats. The adventure features expert stalking tips and a unique culinary twist as they prepare an unconventional wild game delicacy.
3. Would YOU take this shot?
10.0Aired 16 March 2023
In the NSW bush, Chris, Jordi, and Dodge hunt wild fallow deer. After a successful harvest, the team demonstrates the field-to-table process by baking homemade wild venison pies.
4. Caught by surprise!
10.0Aired 18 April 2023
Exploring the breathtaking High Country with Pete from Baw Baw Adventures, Chris pursues Sambar. When a shot proves difficult, the duo must utilize expert tracking skills to follow a blood trail.
5. DANGEROUS Mountain hunt???
10.0Aired 3 May 2023
Chris and Jordi scale a mountain in search of rutting billy goats, sharing hunting tips and laughs before preparing an epic goat testicle recipe.
6. Feathers and Shells
10.0Aired 1 June 2023
Chris joins Troy from Honkers Hunters for an action-packed duck season opener in Victoria. The hunt concludes with a masterclass as Troy prepares his legendary duck schnitzel burgers.
7. Windy Fallow Deer Hunt
10.0Aired 27 July 2023
Battling brutal Tasmanian wind and rain, Chris teams up with local hunters Colm and Tom. Using electric bikes, the team faces the elements to stalk black fallow deer in a test of stealth.
8. Where did they go?
10.0Aired 1 August 2023
Chris takes first-time hunter Jecerey into the Victorian High Country. The pair tracks fresh Sambar sign, testing their patience against the "Ghost of the Bush" in an introductory mountain hunt.
9. Red Deer Redemption
10.0Aired 17 August 2023
Chris brings club member KC to Nyora, Queensland, to secure his first Australian deer. Chris takes a backseat to help his friend master his nerves and find success alongside mates Brad and Linda.
10. Sneaky 12 point Red Stag hunt
10.0Aired 14 September 2023
In the Season 1 finale, Chris chases a monster 6x6 Red Stag in Nyora. Joined by mates KC and Brad, he navigates buffalo and mysterious finds in a high-stakes hunt for the "Red Stag's crown."